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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Neutrogena Shine Control Powder versus Covergirl Clean Sensitive Skin Pressed Powder 205 - Ivory .

Last updated on March 07, 2024. Published on April 22, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both setting spray & powders. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain parabens and silicones

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Setting Spray & Powder

Setting sprays and powders are often the last step of makeup. They are used to help makeup stay in place and last longer.

Setting Spray & Powder

Setting sprays and powders are often the last step of makeup. They are used to help makeup stay in place and last longer.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators (2)

Benefits

Hydrating

Concerns

Rosacea
Eczema (3)

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators (3)

Concerns

Drying
Eczema (3)
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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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1
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Mica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.

Mica is found to be safe. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.

Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.

Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.

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Neutrogena Shine Control Powder contains this as ingredient number 1.

Covergirl Clean Sensitive Skin Pressed Powder 205 - Ivory contains this as ingredient number 6.

2
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

Neutrogena Shine Control Powder contains this as ingredient number 2.

Covergirl Clean Sensitive Skin Pressed Powder 205 - Ivory contains this as ingredient number 8.

3
What it does: Abrasive
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Polyethylene is a synthetic ingredient that helps the skin retain moisture. It is a polymer.

Polyethylene is also typically used within product formulations to help bind solid ingredients together and thicken oil-based ingredients. When added to balms and emulsions, it helps increase the melting point temperature.

Neutrogena Shine Control Powder contains this as ingredient number 3.

Covergirl Clean Sensitive Skin Pressed Powder 205 - Ivory contains this as ingredient number 4.

4
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Disliked

Zinc Stearate is the metal salt of stearic acid. It is a white solid used to bind, thicken, and lubricate products.

This ingredient is common in powder makeup, where it helps keep the powder together.

Zinc Stearate is hydrophobic and repels water.

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Neutrogena Shine Control Powder contains this as ingredient number 4.

Covergirl Clean Sensitive Skin Pressed Powder 205 - Ivory contains this as ingredient number 3.

5
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

This ingredient comes from a fatty acid (lauric acid) and amino acid (lysine). It is used to add a silky feel to cosmetics.

According to a manufacturer, its fatty acid base leaves a silky feeling on the skin. It also has emollient properties because of this. Emollients help soften skin by preventing water from evaporating.

Lauroyl lysine is barely soluble in water.

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Neutrogena Shine Control Powder contains this as ingredient number 12.

Covergirl Clean Sensitive Skin Pressed Powder 205 - Ivory contains this as ingredient number 11.

6
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Methylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben. It is used to prevent the growth of fungus, mold, and other harmful bacteria. Parabens are chemicals used as preservatives in both cosmetics and food.

Methylparaben can be synthetically created. It can also be found naturally in some fruits, such as blueberries.

Oftentimes, Methylparaben is combined with other parabens to help increase the shelf life.

The safety of Methylparaben is currently being studied. While ongoing studies are looking into the safety of parabens, the results have been very mixed. Some studies have not found Methylparaben to be harmful.

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Neutrogena Shine Control Powder contains this as ingredient number 13.

Covergirl Clean Sensitive Skin Pressed Powder 205 - Ivory contains this as ingredient number 10.

7
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Loved

This ingredient is a preservative with antimicrobial properties. It is the sodium salt of dehydroacetic acid.

It is especially effective at preventing bacterial and fungal growth in low concentrations.

Neutrogena Shine Control Powder contains this as ingredient number 14.

Covergirl Clean Sensitive Skin Pressed Powder 205 - Ivory contains this as ingredient number 12.

8
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Propylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben with antifungal and antimicrobial properties.

This ingredient can be naturally found in plants and insects, but most of it is synthetically manufactured for human use. In cosmetics, it is usually created by reacting para-aminobenzoic acid and propanol (an alcohol).

You can usually find this ingredient in water-based products.

Parabens have come under controversy due to the claim they are hormone disruptors. Studies show conflicting results. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.

Propylparaben is commonly found in food, medicine, and cosmetics.

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Neutrogena Shine Control Powder contains this as ingredient number 15.

Covergirl Clean Sensitive Skin Pressed Powder 205 - Ivory contains this as ingredient number 9.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

19% are loved or liked
6% have mixed ratings
69% are disliked or very disliked
6% have no rating yet
13% are loved or liked
7% have mixed ratings
67% are disliked or very disliked
13% have no rating yet

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